Duluth airport

Location

The airport is located at 4701 Grinden Drive, 6 miles (9 km) northwest of downtown Duluth's central business district, in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States.

The airport is located about 15 minutes by car from downtown Duluth and provides several ground transportation alternatives:

Public and Regional Buses

The Duluth Transit Authority (DTA) connects the airport terminal to downtown Duluth (Downtown Duluth Transit Center) via Route 108 (and services on routes 5 and 8 according to schedules). For regional journeys north to Grand Marais, Hibbing, Virginia, and Grand Rapids, Arrowhead Transit operates intercity coach service.

Intermodal Shuttles

Landline connects DLH directly to Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and the Mall of America with premium motor coaches, providing seamless intermodal connections for United and Sun Country passengers. Additionally, Safe Ride provides transportation to the northern Iron Range.

Ridesharing

Uber and Lyft are authorized to pick up and drop off passengers curbside in front of the terminal building.

Taxis and Private Transfers

Authorized taxi companies and executive sedan services operating at the airport include Allied Taxi, Dwarf King Taxi, NIXCAB Taxi, Yellow Cab of Duluth, Bayside Taxi, Courtesy Cab, Yellow Door Taxi, Al Capone Limousines, JetBlack Executive Rides, and Car Service Up North.

Rental car counters are conveniently located on the ground floor of the passenger terminal in the baggage claim area. Vehicles are picked up and dropped off in the adjacent parking facility.

Car Rental Agencies

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Enterprise
• National
• Turo (car sharing)

Counter hours are scheduled around daily flight operations, opening prior to the first inbound flight and remaining available through late evening arrivals.

Parking facilities at Duluth International Airport are located directly opposite the passenger terminal and connected via an enclosed, climate-controlled skyway bridge.

Parking Facilities

• General Surface Parking: Open-air lot. Hourly rate: $3.00 USD; daily maximum: $15.00 USD.
• General Parking Ramp: Multi-level covered garage providing vehicle protection from winter weather. Hourly rate: $6.00 USD; daily maximum: $18.00 USD.
• Corporate Parking: Enclosed, climate-controlled reserved area for frequent corporate travelers via monthly or annual subscription.

Important Information

Grace Period: The first 15 minutes are free in both the surface lot and the covered ramp, ideal for dropping off or picking up passengers.

Payment Methods: Exit lanes accept debit and credit cards only (cash is not accepted). Advanced reservations are not required.

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Duluth International Airport complies with ADA accessibility standards throughout its facilities:

Requesting Special Assistance

Passengers requiring wheelchair service or special boarding assistance should make arrangements directly with their airline (Delta or United) at the time of booking or at least 48 hours before departure. For assistance at the security checkpoint, travelers with disabilities or medical conditions may contact TSA Cares toll-free at 1-855-787-2227.

Infrastructure & Accessibility

The terminal features entrance ramps, elevators, automated doors, accessible restrooms, and reserved accessible parking spaces in both the surface lot and the covered parking ramp (maximum clearance 7 feet / 2.13 m).

Unaccompanied Minors

Escort services for children traveling alone are subject to specific age guidelines, supervision fees, and custody policies set by each airline.